Discover Ag: Where Food News Meets Pop Culture

067 | The top 3 trending food and agriculture news pieces you need to know this week are: The Goop Podcast with Gwyneth Paltrow x Maya Feller: Eating from Our Roots | Listen to the Podcast Here Fake Meat Won’t Solve the Climate Crisis | Read the story here Brazilian meat giant under fire for allegedly misleading investors | Read the story here Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj4yD39GDvzjbnXvwy0_VPg Follow Us on Social! @NatalieKovarik | @TaraVanderDussen | Discover Ag Instagram   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

065 | On this week’s show, Nat and Tara have a special advocacy episode today with Dr. Jessica Finck and they plan to cover several topics including, Overview of Packing Plants Tracking of the Animals During Processing Direct to Consumer vs Packer Beef Why Aren’t There More Processing Plants? Antibiotics in the Beef Industry Follow Us on Social! Discover Ag YouTube | Discover Ag Instagram | @NatalieKovarik | @TaraVanderDussen Catch the show notes here: Elevate Ag the Podcast | A Business Building Podcast — Elevate Ag/065-packer-processing-with-merck Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

064 | On this week’s show, Nat and Tara are chatting about several trending news topics such as, Nat and Tara kick off the episode with a recap of their live episode in Puerto Rico Industry News Joe Burrow, Blake Griffin, and Around 20 More Athletes Buy Iowa Farm for Roughly $5M | Read the story here California’s statewide ban on animal fur products officially takes effect | Read the story here Red meat is not a health risk. New study slams years of shoddy research | Read the story here This episode wraps up with Nat and Tara’s take on the viral graphic being shared that Lucky Charms is posed as a healthier option than beef. Follow Us on Social! Discover Ag YouTube | Discover Ag Instagram | @NatalieKovarik | @TaraVanderDussen Catch the show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/64-joe-rogan-lucky-charms-and-steak Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

063 | On this week’s show, Nat and Tara are chatting about several trending news topics such as, Nat and Tara going LIVE from the American Farm Bureau Convention in Puerto Rico Industry News Vox Releases Course on How to Eat Less Meat | Read the Story Here How To Eat Like Blue Zones In America with Dan Buettner | Listen to the Episode Here Live Q & A Follow Us on Social! Discover Ag YouTube | Discover Ag Instagram | @NatalieKovarik | @TaraVanderDussen Catch the show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/063-live-from-puerto-rico   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

062 | On this week’s show, Nat and Tara are chatting about several trending news topics such as, Skincare Rollers Are the Moment: Tara’s Pick This Week is a Rose Quartz Face Roller Industry News Harvard and Kraft Heinz Trying to Make Sugar Healthier | Read the Story Here Starbucks Brings Back 10 Menu Items for “Veganuary | Read the Story Here 10 Food Predictions for 2023 | Read the Story Here Catch the show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/062-climatarian-is-so-2022 Follow Us on Instagram or YouTube! Discover Ag YouTube | Discover Ag Instagram_ | @NatalieKovarik | @TaraVanderDussen   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

61 | On this week’s show, Nat and Tara are chatting about several trending news topics such as: Meat is the Moment: Courtney Cox’s Steak Recipe Industry News FTX founder and CEO, Sam Bankman-Fried, tried using his vegan diet to get out of jail. Did it work? Check out the story here. Cows to help fuel Central Ohio Amazon deliveries. Check out the story here. Coffee availability might be on the decline in the coming years. Check out the story here. Christmas Climate Comebacks to Share This Year Over Christmas Follow Us on Instagram! @DiscoverAg_ | @NatalieKovarik | @TaraVanderDussen Catch the show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/061-too-vegan-for-jail Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

059 | On this week’s show, Nat and Tara are chatting about several trending news topics such as, Meat is the Moment: Markus Bailey & the Global Food Justice Alliance Industry News Oatly is back in the headlines being accused of hypocrisy New Science Into Fighting Food Waste No Kill Meat Another Step Closer to Being in Stores Now You Know: The Crazy Horse Monument in South Dakota Catch the show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/059-this-is-literally-a-factory-farm About Discover Ag On Discover Ag, hosts Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen share relevant and captivating conversations in Agriculture so you can better understand the food system, and connect with the hands that feed us. Every Thursday they highlight Agriculture in a modern and fun way, giving their professional farming opinions on a mix of entertainment, facts, and trending news articles. Discover Ag has been described as a Mike Rowe/The Way I Heard It meets Claudia Oshry/Morning Toast and Natalie and Tara are very much on board with that analogy. Tune in every week, so you can Discover Ag! Follow Us on Instagram! @DiscoverAg_ @NatalieKovarik @TaraVanderDussen Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

On Discover Ag, hosts Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen share relevant and captivating conversations in Agriculture so you can better understand the food system, and connect with the hands that feed us. On this week’s show, Nat and Tara are chatting about the Great Raw Milk Debate and covering topics such as, Meat is the Moment: Meat is Making a Comeback on Social Media Hot Takes From the Summit Water conservation What sustainability looks like for both the consumer and the producer Industry News How Senator Cory Booker is Wanting to Reshape the Farm Bill Rachael Ray Developing Plant Based Recipes for NYC School The Great Raw Milk Debate Last Three Tabs https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/056-the-great-raw-milk-debate Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for a Discover Ag episode! With new segments being added every week, Natalie and Tara are sure to keep you on your toes on today’s show. Let’s take a look at what you can find in today’s episode: Milk is the Moment: GonnaNeedMilk Campaign Industry News: Mexico Banning GMO Corn by 2024, COP 27, and Utah Incentivizing Removal of Lawns Ag Fact: Did You This Weird Fact About Carrots Coming Up: Sustainable Ag Summit https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/052-mexico-bans-gmos   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for a Candid Conversation! With new segments being added every week, Natalie and Tara are sure to keep you on your toes on today’s show. Let’s take a look at what you can find in today’s episode: Hot Takes: The New York Times Targets Agriculture Meat is the Moment: Yoga Girl is No Longer Vegan Industry News: Global Protests and Plant Based Meat Decline Worth the Hype? Lumineux Teeth Whitening Strips Ag Q & A: Grass-fed vs Grain-fed Part 2 Last Three Tabs https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/050-dont-cry-over-spilled-milk   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Today, we are excited to have an Advocacy episode! In these episodes, we’ll cover topics around advocating for agriculture and interviewing changemakers in the industry who are passionate about ag. We've discussed the Global Anti-Meat Narrative before but never with a guest so gear up for a great episode. In today’s episode of Combating the Global Anti-Meat Narrative, we cover several important topics including: Covering the facts about how animal protein is an essential part of our diet How to start advocating for agriculture and how it relates to our diet The real problem in today's food production and how food is marketed to consumers The lack of real information being shared about animal agriculture and what we can do to change that Check out this episode’s show notes and links here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/049-the-global-anti-meat-narrative-with-diana-rodgers-of-sustainable-dish Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for a Candid Conversation! With new segments being added every week, Natalie and Tara are sure to keep you on your toes on today’s show. Let’s take a look at what you can find in today’s episode: - Hot Takes: TikTok & Collagen Supplements - Monthly Obsession: House of Colour Style - Industry News: Slowing Inflation & Arby’s New Marketing Stunt - Consumer Question: Grassfed vs Grainfed Loved Today’s Episode? If you enjoyed today's episode please screenshot and share it on your social channels (tagging [@ElevateAg_] or leave us a review in your favorite podcast app! As a way to say thank you, we will select ONE PERSON who does this EACH MONTH and send them a goodie package of our favorite things!! SHARE TO WIN :) Read the Shownotes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/048-is-grass-fed-beef-better   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for a Candid Conversation! With new segments this week, Natalie and Tara are sure to keep you on your toes on today’s show. Let’s take a look at what you can find in today’s episode:  - Hot Takes: Butter Boards & Food Labels - Ag Fact: Fun Facts About Coffee Production  - Weekly Discovery: Pawpaw fruit - Industry News: California’s Prop 12 case is ongoing. Can one state law affect pork production in the whole country?  - Worth the Hype? 40 oz Stanley Adventure Quencher - Ag is the Moment: The Skinny Confidential Podcast Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/046-can-california-do-that   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for a Candid Conversation! Natalie and Tara are back from traveling and are shaking things up for this weekly series. The candid conversation isn’t changing but some of the segments have changed. Take a look! Updates from Natalie and Tara Ag Fact: How big is a bale of cotton? Industry News: Follow Up on White House Nutrition Conference, China’s Fishing Habits and a Pledge to Sustainability Weekly Discovery: Gucci Last 3 Tabs   Natalie’s Last Three Search Tabs Successful Entrepreneurs Who Have Failed Goldie Lew Jewelry VRBO.com (To find their VRBO for Stagecoach next year. Don’t miss this part of the convo!) Tara’s Last Three Search Tabs Bill Gates Admitting That Not Eating Meat Won’t Save the Planet Flight for Natalie to Denver for a Conference (full explanation in the show) A Time Management Course Offered by Marie Forlio Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Elevate the Online Course launches on Monday, join the newsletter to stay up to date on the release to snag your spot! Follow the new Discover Ag on Instagram Connect with Natalie and Tara on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/040-is-ag-having-its-moment   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for a Candid Conversation! In these episodes, Natalie and Tara typically cover life updates from the ranch (Natalie) and the farm (Tara), things they are currently coveting, and community recipes, but today’s Candid Conversation is LIVE from Honor the Harvest USFRA in Nevada, Iowa! In this episode of Candid Conversations Natalie and Tara are excited to cover live updates from Honor the Harvest hosted by the US Farmers and Rancher in Action.   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Elevate the Online Course launches again in October, make sure to join the newsletter to stay up to date on the release to snag your spot.  Learn more about US Farmers and Ranchers in Action Listen to Jack Bobo’s episode about agriculture being part of the solution Connect with Natalie and Tara on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/036-honor-the-harvest   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for a Candid Conversation! In these episodes, we’ll cover life updates from the ranch (Natalie) and the farm (Tara), things we are currently obsessed with, community recipes, or industry news. In this episode of Candid Conversations: Fast Food Goes Vegan we cover: Farm and Ranch Updates: Back to School! Tara’s Currently Coveting: Lone River Ranch-Ritas A Candid Conversation About Fast Food Going Vegan Community Recipe: Roast Beef Sliders from @emilyponwith   Resources and links mentioned in this episode Advocacy Resource Guide: A multipage document of resource/paper/article links for you to access and use in all your advocacy efforts. Top 3 Tips for Sharing Online: Not sure where to start your journey of sharing online? Start HERE with our Top 3 Tips for Sharing Online. Elevate Your Instagram Toolkit: This self-guided toolkit will help you elevate your presence on Instagram. Find tips on bio optimizations, stories, and more! Elevate the Online Course launches again in October, make sure to join the newsletter to stay up to date on the release to snag your spot.  Connect with Natalie and Tara on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/032-fast-food-goes-vegan   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for a Candid Conversation! In these episodes, we’ll cover life updates from the ranch (Natalie) and the farm (Tara), things we are currently obsessed with, community recipes, or industry news. In this episode of Candid Conversations: White House Conference on Hunger and the Food Compass we cover: Life updates from both Natalie and Tara Tara is currently coveting her favorite store in New Mexico, Turquoise by the Water. You can check them out via their website or follow them on Instagram. A candid conversation about the upcoming Conference on Hunger and the Food Compass Community Recipe: Tater Tot Hotdish: Make sure to visit Rural Soul for the full recipe and her notes through each step. Enjoy!   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Check out Nina Teicholz Book, “Big Fat Surprise” on Amazon Download the Instagram Tool Kit for Auditing Your Online Presence Join our monthly Book Club Visit our website, Elevate Ag Connect with Natalie and Tara on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/028-white-house-conference-on-hunger-and-the-food-compass-candid-conversations-with-natalie-kovarik-and-tara-vander-dussen

Today, we are excited to have an Advocacy episode! In these episodes, we’ll cover topics around advocating for agriculture and interviewing changemakers in the industry who are passionate about ag. In this episode of GMOs, Organic Labeling, and Food Myths with the Food Science Babe, we cover several important topics including:  Debunking common myths in the food industry The lack of information about GMOs Food regulations and labels in the US vs Europe How to change from a defensive advocate approach to an offensive approach   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Connect with the Food Science Babe on Instagram or Facebook Visit our website, Elevate Ag Connect with Natalie and Tara on Instagram Sign up for our Newsletter  Sign up for our course waitlist to be the first to know when doors open!  Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/027-advocacy-gmos-organic-labeling-and-food-myths-with-the-food-science-babe   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for a Candid Conversation! In these episodes, we’ll cover life updates from the ranch (Natalie) and the farm (Tara), things we are currently obsessed with, community recipes, or industry news. In this episode of Candid Conversations: Inflation Reduction Act and Agriculture we cover: Life updates from both Natalie and Tara What Natalie and Tara are current coveting and this week it is the Wild West Kidz Books (discount below) A candid conversation about the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act and how it works with Agriculture Community Recipe: Homemade Butter Syrup   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Sign up for our Advocacy Resource Guide Check out Wild West Kidz Books, use code: ELEVATE for 25% Off Your First Subscription Box Join our monthly Book Club Visit our website, Elevate Ag Connect with Natalie and Tara on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/026-inflation-reduction-act-and-agriculture-candid-conversations-with-natalie-kovarik-and-tara-vander-dussen Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time for a Candid Conversation! In these episodes, we’ll cover life updates from the ranch (Natalie) and the farm (Tara), things we are currently obsessed with, community recipes, or industry news. In this episode of Candid Conversations: Global Anti-Meat Narrative & the Benefits of Collagen we cover: Life updates from both Natalie and Tara What Natalie and Tara are current coveting, which happens to be collagen this week A candid conversation about the global anti-meat narrative Community Recipe: Zesty Potato Salad, created by Carley Smith aka the Fairy Gutmother, and Shared by Strohauer Farms Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Check out Modere Collagen Listen to Episode 021 with Caroline Nelson on her take on grass-fed meat. Sign up for our Newsletter Join our monthly Book Club Visit our website, Elevate Ag Connect with Natalie and Tara on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the full show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/024-global-anti-meat-and-the-benefits-of-collagen   Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.